Alien Schmalien: Virtual Pet
A digital pet from outer space
Free · In‑App Purchases · Designed for iPad
Care for your alien companion in this retro-inspired virtual pet game. With classic handheld vibes, UFO lore, and a quirky personality, Schmalien is the weird little buddy you didn’t know you needed.
CARE FOR YOUR ALIEN
Feed, clean, and let your alien rest
Watch Schmalien’s unique reactions and animations
Balance hunger, energy, and cleanliness to keep it happy
Earn rewards for attentive care
Don't neglect your Schmalien! They can pass away if not looked after!
CUSTOMIZE & UNLOCK
Collect hats, sunglasses, bowties, watches, and more
Unlock starry backdrops and cosmic effects
Mix and match dozens of accessories to show off personality
RETRO HANDHELD VIBES
Nostalgic 4-shade green pixel palette
Smooth sprite animations and crisp pixel fonts
Simple design that keeps the focus on your pet
QUIRKY PERSONALITY
Random thoughts about UFOs, the universe, and beyond
References to classic encounters and sci-fi legends
Hidden surprises when you poke, shake, or just hang out
EXTRA FEATURES
Catch UFO sightings and rare events for special rewards
Build combos and earn high scores with perfect timing
Persistent pet that keeps living, even when you’re away
Share screenshots of your custom alien with friends
Whether you’re into retro games, virtual pets, or UFO mysteries, Schmalien brings charm, nostalgia, and a touch of the cosmic right to your pocket.
The truth is out there… and it’s hungry.
Translated into:
English, Japanese (日本語), Spanish (Español), Chinese (中文), and Russian (Русский).
Ratings & Reviews
- Fix bugs in watch version of game
The developer, Richard Stokes, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
Accessibility
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Information
- Seller
- Richard Stokes
- Size
- 2.6 MB
- Category
- Casual
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 26.0 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 26.0 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 26.0 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 26.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 26.0 or later. - Apple Watch
Requires watchOS 11.0 or later.
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
9+
- 9+
- Infrequent
Profanity or Crude Humor
- In-App Purchases
Yes
- Alien Wardrobe $0.99
- Copyright
- © Rich Stokes 2025